One of the most enigmatic and provocative works by the Strugatsky brothers, published in parts – in 1966 and 1968, after which it was banned and came to readers in full only in 1988.

An administration created to explore and develop the Forest.

A forest that resists any attempts to intrude into its secrets.

Pepper and Candide – scientists who challenge the elemental forces, but diverge in their understanding of the problems facing humanity.

A bureaucratic system, shaky and monumental at the same time, mercilessly grinding both natural resources and human destinies in its millstones.

A book that combines features of a dystopia and a parable, uncompromising and fascinating, like life itself...

Authors: Arkady Strugatsky, Boris Strugatsky